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Requisition Number:  10385
Position Type:  Term
Position Length:  2 years (extension/permanent possible)
Location: 

Ottawa (Downtown), ON, CA

Remote Work:  Yes, within Canada
Closing Date:  November 24, 2024 23:59 EST

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
The Bank is committed to achieving a workforce that reflects the diversity of our country and is representative and inclusive of all Canadians regardless of race, ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic background or lived experience. By living our values and prioritizing our actions to enhance equity, diversity and inclusion, the Bank ensures broader discussions, better decisions, and a more engaging workplace. 

We make career growth and professional development a priority. We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and a work environment that supports our diverse workforce.

Let our team know if you need accommodation or support during the recruitment process due to a disability or other reason. We can provide support in multiple ways, from using this site and submitting your application, right through to the interview process. If you are the successful candidate, you can also discuss accommodation needs when you receive your offer.

Contact accessiblecareers@bankofcanada.ca to discuss how.

We invite you to join an organization where differences are seen as strengths and are recognized, valued and respected. We welcome all candidates to apply and strongly encourage candidates to self-identify if they identify with an Employment Equity designated group (Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Women or Racialized/Visible Minorities). 

Senior Writer, Corporate Planning


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The Bank of Canada has a vision to be a leading central bank—dynamic, engaged and trusted—committed to a better Canada. No other employer in the country offers you the unique opportunity to work at the very center of Canada’s economy, in an organization with significant impact on the economic and financial well-being of all Canadians. You will be challenged, energized and motivated to excel in our environment. 


Building on the principles that have always guided us – excellence, integrity and respect – we strive to be forward-looking and innovative, to welcome people with diverse perspectives and talents, and to earn trust by living up to our commitments and by clearly explaining the intent of our policies and actions.  


With our defined-benefit pension plan, benefits, and high flexibility for work life balance - find out more about why we are annually ranked as one of Canada's top employers:  Working Here - Bank of Canada

 

Find out more about the next steps in our Recruitment process. 

 

About the position
We are seeking an experienced Senior Writer to join our dynamic Corporate Planning team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in developing and communicating the Bank of Canada’s strategic plans, reports, and key messaging. 

 

Reporting to FIN’s Director of Corporate Planning, you will bring a strategic outlook to the team, supporting all facets of the business and contributing to the successful development and delivery of communications products. You will also bring thought leadership to the practice—exploring best practices and determining how best to evolve and renew existing processes. 

 

Your responsibilities

  • Collaborate with senior leadership to develop corporate strategic plans.
  • Craft compelling narratives for annual reports, executive presentations and dashboards. 
  • Develop clear and concise content for all supporting communications, including briefing notes and executive summaries.
  • Edit and refine documents produced by other team members to ensure consistency and quality.
  • Manage multiple writing projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines.
  • Support the team’s Senior Analyst in gathering, synthesizing, and interpreting large amounts of quantitative and qualitative data, transforming this analysis into insights and advice. 
  • Contribute to the evolution of corporate planning practices for the Bank.

 

Your knowledge and skills

  • Exceptional writing and editing skills with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Strong ability to translate complex concepts into clear, engaging content.
  • A strategic mindset with the proven ability to conceptualize and communicate organizational objectives.
  • Solid analytic and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong ability to foster, maintain and navigate relationships with others.
  • Effective planning and organizational skills, with demonstrated agility and the ability to pivot quickly.
  • A self-starter, who takes initiative without prompting and proactively considers next steps to move work forward.
  • A team player, who shares expertise, provides constructive feedback, and fosters a positive work environment. 

 

Your education and experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field 
  • 5+ years of experience in corporate communications or business writing

or

  • an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 

 

Assets

  • Experience in the corporate planning and reporting field. 
  • Demonstrated ability to provide expert strategic advice to senior leadership.
  • Familiarity with data visualization and infographic design.

 

What you need to know

  • Language requirement: English and French essential (bilingual) with a minimum starting level of functional (level 4) in second official language. Training may be provided to help reach the required level of fully functional (level 5) in second official language.
  • Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
  • Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Reliability 
  • There will be no relocation assistance provided
  • Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. 

 

Remote work / Hybrid Work Model

The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a substantial part of each month as part of the Bank`s hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of eight days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office. For this position, should you not live within reasonable commuting distance of the office, you will be able to work 100% remote (within Canada) for the duration of this term. 

 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

 

What you can expect from us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider. 

 

  • Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $121,842 to $143,344 (job grade 18)
  • The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at  7 to 10% of your base salary. The Bank offers additional performance pay (5%) for those who exceed expectations. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
  • Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health and dental coverage that meets your needs
  • Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
  • Option to join the indexed, defined-benefit pension plan after 24 consecutive months of service

 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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